Lance Bass Reveals CW Sitcom Was Canceled After Coming Out as Gay

The former NSYNC member discusses the professional setbacks he faced after publicly sharing his sexuality in 2006.

Lance Bass disclosed that a CW sitcom pilot he was set to star in was canceled after he came out as gay in a 2006 People magazine cover story.
Casting directors and agents told Bass he was 'too famous for being gay,' which they believed made him unsuitable for straight roles, leading to a loss of career opportunities.
Bass described the experience as a 'career killer,' noting that he had to completely restart and rebrand his professional life after losing representation and projects.
He shared that some casting directors have since apologized for their actions, and he has worked with them on projects in recent years.
Despite initial setbacks, Bass has continued to work in entertainment, including voice roles, reality TV appearances, and an NSYNC reunion for new music and performances.